We’re searching for a Payroll Specialist to report to the Controller and be based in Columbus. This person will exemplify the talent, hustle, guts, resilience, and empathy for which we recruit, demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication abilities, as well as superb organizational skills, detail orientation, problem solving, and collaboration, and thrive in the creation, execution, and maintenance of smart, efficient, effective systems and processes within Payroll.
OUR COMPANY : Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is a modern American ice cream company dedicated to making better ice creams and bringing people together.
Founded in 2002 by James Beard Award-winning ice cream maker Jeni Britton who introduced a modern, ingredient-driven style of ice cream making that revolutionized the industry, forever changing the way ice cream is made Jeni’s has emerged over the past two decades as the new standard by which all other ice creams are judged.
Today, the creative-led, community-spirited company is a certified B Corporation with 80 scoop shops (and counting), an online shop with nationwide shipping at , and distribution in top grocery stores across the country.
OUR MISSION : Team Jeni's is a nationwide team of people who bring their talent, hustle, guts, resilience and empathy (lots of heart, too) to making better ice creams and bringing people together.
Working at Jeni's means devotion to service. Serving by caring about ourselves, each other, our communities, ice creams and customers.
We are a force for good!
This position is responsible for :
Preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll for all company employees using ADP Workforce Now
Responding to employee payroll inquiries or concerns and provide accurate payroll information for employees and management
Preparing and maintaining standard and ad hoc reports as part of the bi-weekly payroll process and as requested by management
Reviewing and approving 401k plan participant enrollment and otherwise managing 401k administration
Running payroll journal entries and recording entries into GL, including payroll related payments outside of bi-weekly payroll process
Supporting annual financial and 401k audits
Processing wage garnishments and other deductions
Coordinating and ensuring minimum wage compliance
Administering and auditing bonus programs, compensation events and referral bonuses
Process accurate wage programs in certain cities / states
Preparing expedited off-cycle payroll checks as needed
Coordinating delivery of annual W-2 statements to employees
Handling payroll tax notices and coordinating with ADP to ensure tax notices are resolved in a timely manner
Reviewing time cards and verifying tip amounts
Building, maintaining and auditing time off policies and assignments in ADP
Processing payroll and benefits mail and responding to federal and state wage reporting requests
Running wage and earnings reports and providing accurate information to support HR initiatives
Provide ADP Workforce Now power user support and assist with troubleshooting / problem solving
Guiding and directing managers on effective Time & Attendance and Payroll system use on a day-to-day basis
Assisting with the development and maintenance of manager training, SOPs and tools related to Time & Attendance and Payroll system use
Qualified applicants will have the following education and experience :
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred
3 - 5 years of related experience
ADP Workforce Now experience (preferred)
Strong Excel skills
Keen attention to detail
Exceptional judgment, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills
Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Google Workspace experience helpful
This position is eligible for the following benefits :
Competitive salary
Excellent insurance (health, dental, vision)
Paid time off, including sick, vacation and holidays
4% match on 401k contributions after 3 months of employment
A one-month paid sabbatical after 3 years of continuous service
Annual paid day to volunteer for a non-profit organization that matters to you
50% discount at Jeni’s Scoop Shops and online